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Merkur Bets review

Merkur Bets is an online casino operated by Merkur Bets Malta Limited under a licence from the Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder. This review is built from the licence register, the casino's own terms and its game and payment pages, and it tells you who can play there and what the bonus is really worth.

Review
7.0/10

Bonus100% up to 100 EUR

Our verdict

Merkur Bets is run by Merkur Bets Malta Limited, which the GGL whitelist lists for virtual slot games on merkurbets.de and merkurslots.de. Reviews report PayPal payouts within 24 hours and a 100% welcome bonus up to 100 EUR with 35x wagering.

Source note: we could not read the terms on Merkur Bets's own site (it blocks access from our location). The facts on this page come from published third-party reviews and the regulator's register, cross-checked where possible (sources below, checked October 25, 2026). Confirm bonus and payment terms on the casino's site before you deposit.

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Short answer: is Merkur Bets worth it?

Data sheet
OperatorMerkur Bets Malta Limited
Company seatMT
FoundedNot disclosed
Licence(s)GGLRegister
Websitemerkurbets.de
Minimum deposit10 EUR
Withdrawal timePayPal within 24 hours; bank transfers take several business days (per reviews) (source: casino terms)
Payment methodsMastercard, PayPal, Paysafecard, Visa
Game providersgreentube-novomatic, MERKUR GAMING, Pragmatic Play
Live casinoNo
CryptoNot disclosed
CurrenciesEUR
Languagesde

Pros

  • Listed on the GGL whitelist for virtual slot games
  • PayPal deposits and payouts, reportedly within 24 hours
  • Phone hotline in addition to live chat and email

Cons

  • No dedicated slots app, browser play only
  • Bank transfer payouts take several business days
  • Facts rely on third-party reviews, not the casino's terms

How Merkur Bets scores

CriterionWeightScoreBased on
Licence and safety30%9.5Strongest licence: tier 1 regulator
Fairness of terms20%6.5Bonus wagering: 35x bonus
Payments and withdrawals20%4.0Processing: PayPal within 24 hours; bank transfers take several…; 4 payment methods recorded
Games10%5.53 providers disclosed
Support10%8.0live chat, email, phone
Player protection10%6.53 tools: deposit limit, loss limit, cooling-off
Overall100%7.0Method

Is Merkur Bets licensed and safe?

Merkur Bets is listed by the Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder, held by Merkur Bets Malta Limited. We found the entry in the official register. If the casino does not resolve a complaint: The GGL accepts reports about unlicensed gambling, advertising and irregularities at licensed operators (https://www.gluecksspiel-behoerde.de/de/fuer-spielende/beschwerden-verstoss-melden), but states that it does not handle complaints about transactions with a gambling provider, does not pursue civil claims such as payout of balances, and gives…

A tier 1 licence means close supervision, technical standards for games and a formal complaints procedure.

Welcome offer in detail

100% up to 100 EUR

Wagering
35x bonus
Minimum deposit
10 EUR
Max bet
1 EUR per spin

18+ · T&Cs apply · Terms checked October 25, 2026

The 35x requirement is the number that decides the offer's value: 100 of bonus needs 3,500 in bets, which at 96% RTP costs roughly 140, more than what the bonus adds. Calculate your own case.

Other conditions to note: a maximum bet of 1 EUR per spin while wagering.

Deposits and payouts at Merkur Bets

Accepted methods include Mastercard, PayPal, Paysafecard, Visa.

Processing takes PayPal within 24 hours; bank transfers take several business days (per reviews) by the casino's own statement. The first withdrawal often takes longer because of verification.

Withdrawal limits: minimum withdrawal 10 EUR (per reviews).

Reviews describe an age check via Klarna Sofort Ident followed by document verification before deposits, a mandatory monthly deposit limit, and extra checks for withdrawals of 2,000 EUR or more.

Game selection

The lobby combines titles from 3 studios such as Greentube Novomatic, MERKUR GAMING, Pragmatic Play.

Besides slots there is a sportsbook.

Restricted countries

The terms we read do not publish a list of restricted countries. Ask support before you register if you live outside its main markets.

Gambling laws differ by country; see online casino laws by country.

Help, account and closure

You can reach the team through live chat, email, phone.

Mobile: mobile site.

Responsible gambling tools in the account: deposit limit, loss limit, cooling-off. More on staying in control.

Player experiences

Reports from players, checked by our editors before publication. They describe individual experiences and are not part of our score.

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FAQ

Who owns Merkur Bets?

Merkur Bets is operated by Merkur Bets Malta Limited. The operator is the legal entity your contract is with and the one named in the licence register.

How do I close my Merkur Bets account?

Contact customer support in writing and ask for permanent closure, or use the responsible gambling section of your account if it offers self-exclusion. Keep the confirmation. Withdraw any balance before closure.

Which game providers does Merkur Bets offer?

Among others: greentube-novomatic, MERKUR GAMING, Pragmatic Play.

Is Merkur Bets available in my country?

According to its terms, Merkur Bets does not accept players from several countries listed in its terms. Gambling laws differ by country, so check the legal status of online casinos where you live; our country pages explain it for each market.

How did you rate Merkur Bets?

Every casino is scored with the same published formula: licence, fairness of terms, payments, games, support and player protection. Payment from operators never changes the score.

What is the minimum deposit at Merkur Bets?

The minimum deposit is 10 EUR. Some payment methods have higher minimums, and bonuses often require more.

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Sources

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